‘The San Jose Sharks signed Kane to a seven-year, $49 million contract Thursday, officially giving a first-round pick to the Sabres as a condition of their February trade. The Sharks said the 2019 pick is lottery protected, so if they miss the playoffs next season, the first-round selection can slide to 2020.’
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Kim Pegula on KeyBank Center, Sabres and winning draft lottery
‘The PSE president and Sabres co-owner/president said replacing the facility is no less a consideration than a major renovation.’
Sabres will receive first-round pick from Sharks for Evander Kane
‘Kane has compiled 186 goals and 354 points in 574 games, including 29 goals and 54 points in 78 contests in 2017-18. If he had hit the open market, he likely would’ve been one of the most coveted forwards.’
The Sharks have agreed to terms with Evander Kane on a seven-year deal
‘After everything that had happened with Kane since arriving in Buffalo, Botterill had no desire to keep him here or offer him a new deal. He knew the numbers and it didn’t add up for what he’s trying to do in Buffalo.’
Sharks sign Evander Kane to 7-year-deal, Sabres get 1st round pick
‘However, the selection is lottery protected so if the Sharks don’t make the playoffs next year, the Sabres selection moves to 2020 according to the Associated Press.’